IF you feel like you’re never satisfied with your bikini photos, don’t be hard on yourself.
While it’s easy to look at photos of celebrity swimsuits and think that we’ll never get our stomachs this flat or our arms this toned, it turns out that almost every celebrity in Tinseltown uses specific poses to make them look slim and sexy. to show off.
Summer has long been associated with body image issues, with more than two in five women dreading swimsuit season.
And 77 percent feel more self-confident in this day and age when many are focusing on the so-called bikini body.
But experts say many celebrities have a little-known secret to perfecting their look: the bend and snap pose.
Celebrities contort, bend and stretch their torsos in an attempt to execute the perfectly curved ‘Gooseneck’ body shape.
Judi James
The ‘bend and snap’ is a favorite of A-list celebrities and reality stars including Kylie Jenner, Amanda Holden and Maya Jama, and ensures they get a perfect bikini photo every time.
The pose involves pushing the breasts up and out to create a full but perky look, while stretching the torso upward and arching back to slim the waist and create a flattened abdomen.
Finally, the butt is pushed out to make it as voluptuous a feature as possible.
Body-positive influencer Tally Sharp, who has 411,000 followers Instagram page @thetallysharp, says: “Bikini photos are all about feeling sexy on the inside, and more importantly, showing that you are enjoying your time relaxing in a warm destination.
“It’s all about the sultry eyes, the confidence and the excitement with the camera.
“Kylie Jenner is a great example of someone who does this pose well.
“She makes sure you can see the skin, and the thighs that give shape to the image, and then blend that with a little bit of ‘bending and clicking’ and the image becomes more illuminated.
“I take these kinds of photos, but I also make sure that I also take images where my body is in its natural form because that is even more beautiful.
“I want other women to embrace themselves in their own way, so if that’s learning poses or buying something for themselves that makes you feel sexy.
“I always feel powerful when I do the wet look, or in the studio with the fan blowing through my hair.
“Not every angle I take for my Instagram is the most flattering, but it’s me, it’s my body and I love it.”
Body-positive influencer Tally Sharp is a big fan of the ‘bend and snap’ pose[/caption]
And it’s not just about looking great, but the pose also expresses a form of strength, according to body language expert Judi James.
She says: “This is a ‘no pain no gain’ pose where celebrities contort, bend and stretch their torsos in an attempt to execute the perfectly curved ‘Gooseneck’ body shape.
“It creates a fluid line, shape and movement that allows the eyes to scan and appreciate the entire body rather than showing just one element such as the décolleté.
“Pushing out the butt – the most sensual part of the body – indicates sexual availability or arousal.
Bikini photos are all about making you feel sexy on the inside, and more importantly, showing that you are enjoying your time relaxing in a warm destination
Tally sharp
“This provides a deeper reason why the ‘until you click’ look is so popular.
“For modern celebrities, it is also a pose that suggests sexual superiority and specialness. The flattering ‘bend and snap’ suggests gym-honed flexibility and dedication, more sex goddess than girl next door.”
Here, Judi James analyzes the celebrities who have perfected the ‘bend and snap’ pose to ensure you present the image you want, while Tally explains how you can do it yourself.
Maura Higgins
Maura shows off her cleavage, but the 33-year-old actress looks more sweet than sexual.
Judi says: “Her smile may look coy, with a smile and eye expression that suggest a desire to be kind.
“Maura’s efforts have not been in vain, as the camera angle that makes the most of her sensual cues is missed here.”
Kylie Jenner
Kylie looked perfect with her round snap[/caption]
Kylie, 26, performed her ‘bend and snap’ pose while modeling an orange bikini.
Judi says: “Kylie’s pose is a subtle but powerful ‘bend and snap’.
“Her appearance is cute, but her gritty determination is formidable as she manages to flex that spine, stick her butt out and pull down her pants, adding emphasis.
“Cool meets cute, while she makes it all look effortless.”
Arabella Chi
Arabella, 33, executed the pose perfectly as she modeled a tan bikini.
Judi says: “It looks like she has her eyes almost closed as she strikes the ‘bend and snap’ pose.
“This shows that she is thinking about the best sex of her life and enjoying the moment.
“She is wearing a swimsuit that covers her assets, but the look says it all here in terms of sensual poses.”
Emily Ratajkowski
Emily Ratajkowski is never one to miss the trends[/caption]
Emily’s pose shows off the 33-year-old’s enviable washboard stomach.
Judi says: “The way she combines leg curls and the back arch without showing any tension on her face or neck shows that she is a consummate professional.
“Here she uses one arm in a barrier gesture to cover her torso and create a more discreet angle, suggesting that she wants to give the impression that she is not desperate for attention.”
Amanda Holden
With a big bow in her neck and back, Amanda proved that she still has it[/caption]
There is no Holden back for Amanda, 55, as she goes on holiday.
Judi says: “Full marks to Amanda for squirming in the ‘Bend and Snap’ while balancing on a deck rail and still trying to make it look like a moment of relaxed sun worship.
“This is a truly heroic dedication to the pose and she even adds outstretched arms and legs and ‘en point’ toes to pose like the trooper she is.”
Ashley Graham
Plus size model Ashley Graham shows how the pose can work well with curves[/caption]
In top model form, American model Ashley, 36, received top marks for showing how the curvy girls can pose too.
Judi says: ‘Ashley puts the least effort here in her Bend and Snap, straightening one knee but avoiding too much twisting of the spine.
“Her look to the right seems to suggest that she’s saying she’s sexy enough without putting in any effort, and those hands gripping her pants indicate an inner confidence.”
Nicole Scherzinger
Wouldn’t Cha want you to be as sexy as Nicole, 46, in your bikini photos? Well, the ‘bend and snap’ attitude will make it feasible.
Judi says: “Nicole’s perfect contortions create the perfect S-shape here, from her extended toes to the slight tilt of her head.
“She even bared both arms, baring her armpits as a sign of confidence and current.
“Nicole always seems like a perfectionist and it pays off in this memorable photo.”
How to recreate the pose
Positive influencer of the body Tally sharp has revealed how to perfect the ‘bend and snap’ pose just like the celebrities have done.
“This pose is all about sticking out your assets.
“It’s where the breasts are pushed up and out to create a full but perky look.
“The torso is then stretched upwards and bent backwards to slim the waist and create a flat stomach.
“Ultimately, the butt is pushed out to make it as voluptuous a feature as possible.”
My other tips for taking the perfect photo…
Form
The perfect photo contains SHAPE and use your body, or an outfit to accentuate this.
Bikinis and lingerie work well for these photos, and it’s best to use them as props; these will also help define your shape.
Grab your bikini and do a hip raise, or adjust the side of your bikini while gently shaping your face with the other hand or grabbing the hair on either side of your head as if in a natural sweeping motion.
Then put one leg in front of the other. It’s about diversity in the image.
Corner
Know which angels you like. It’s so funny, when I meet someone who follows me on Instagram, they always say, ‘You’re so much shorter in real life, I thought you were tall!’
This always makes me laugh because the angle I use is hip height, slightly upward, which lengthens the image, making me look taller.
So learn with a friend which angles you like, and once you find them, it will become a lot easier.
Practice makes perfect
Try sitting, standing, lying down and any other level you can think of.
One thing I live by is: if it doesn’t work and we don’t get the right shot: sit down or change the background.
Have fun
Content creation is all about having fun! And that’s really where you ‘get the chance’! Splash the water around, dance, be creative and thrive hungry.
Follow Tally Sharp Instagram page @thetallysharp for more body positive content
Maya Jama
The combination of sexuality but also the ‘best friend’ vibe is why the 29-year-old is such a good host of Love Island.
Judi says: “Her back arch creates a Kardashian-style hourglass body shape.
“She has her hands behind her head and looks into the camera with a very slight grin. She shows her kind nature, but proves that she won’t be messed with.
“Sexy but recognizable.”
